“First, Best or Only! What’s so Special about Enough?” (2022) (Live in person) Sermon begins at 55:30. Innovation and novel ideas are highly valued in progressive religion, including Unitarian Universalism. In fact, some would say it matters if we’re "first, best, or only.” Could this be a myth? Rev. Megan tries to answer this question by exploring stories from the state lottery, the UUA’s Engaging our Theological Diversity report, the sports world, and her own experience in PhD-land connected to being/doing enough. |
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"Practicing Delight" (2020)
(Live on Zoom) What are the delights in our lives and in our community? Can joy and wonder be practiced? A life closely observed has a lot to teach us about the bonds that connect each to all. Bring your favorite summer reading or picture book to this online service inspired by Ross Gay’s The Book of Delights. |
"Widening the Window: The Neurobiology of Stress and Healing" (2020)
Sermon begins at 25:00. Drawing upon neurobiology and spiritual practices, I provide some grounding in science and healing to safely explore our responses to stress and trauma. |
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"Moody/Sparkly Becomings" (2021) (Live on Zoom) Process theology is one way of understanding humanity’s relationship to the universe as one in which we are always being offered the possibility of change. How does Unitarian Universalism invite us into creative transformation? This message includes some reflection on the story of "Moody Cow Meditates" told earlier in the service, and the at-home activity making meditation jars of rainbow glitter. It is a great example of multigenerational themed worship online . |
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"Coping in Community" (2018)
How we cope with illness and adversity is strengthened in community. How do we care for one another in this community? How do we give our own hearts and bodies comfort so that we can give gorgeously of our gifts and treasures out into our community and the world? |
"Staying Curious in Conflict" (audio)
Sometimes living our values becomes a challenge when we find ourselves in passionate disagreement with someone who does not share our perspective, or at an impasse with someone we love. Conflict is often about communication, but it is also about culture — the context of our lives shapes our relationships and patterns of interacting with people around us. |
"Embracing Welcome" (2016)
“Out beyond ideas of wrongdoing and right doing, there is a field. I'll meet you there.” — Mawlana Jalaluddin Rumi, (version by Coleman Barks) How shall we gather and embrace welcome? |